Sadie Sink, known for her role in Stranger Things, recently made an appearance on the talk show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. During the interview, she discussed her upcoming return to Broadway and shared some interesting tidbits about her experience in the entertainment industry.
Sink revealed that she and her brother, Mitchell, got their start in Broadway when they were young. She reminisced about playing the iconic character of Annie and how it felt like a normal part of her life at the time. However, as she prepares to make a comeback to the theater as an adult, Sink admitted that she is feeling a bit nervous.
The talk show host asked Sink to describe her new play, “John Proctor is the Villain,” which is set in a small town in Georgia and explores the wake of the MeToo Movement through the lens of high school students studying Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible.” She praised the play for being both funny and smart, with an amazing team of writers and directors behind it.
Fallon and Sink also delved into her love for Broadway and the first show she ever saw, which was “Mary Poppins.” She shared a humorous anecdote about desperately trying to win front-row tickets for “Wicked” through a lottery system with her family. Although they shed tears of disappointment when they didn’t win, they eventually fulfilled their dream of seeing the show multiple times.
As the conversation continued, Sink revealed that she was a huge fan of “High School Musical” and even saw Ashley Tisdale, who played Sharpay, in person at a pizza shop. She expressed her admiration for Tisdale but confessed that she was too nervous to approach her.
The interview took an exciting turn when it was revealed that Sink’s co-stars from Stranger Things, Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo, also have Broadway backgrounds. Sink shared memories of running into them during their time on Broadway and described the hotel lobby where the Broadway kids and their parents would hang out.
Towards the end of the interview, Sink expressed the bittersweet feeling of wrapping up Stranger Things, a show that has been a significant part of her life for the past eight years. She acknowledged the incredible cast and the bond they formed throughout the years. Fallon asked if she had taken any mementos from the set, and Sink jokingly admitted to taking essential items like Max’s skateboard, Walkmans, Kate Bush cassettes, and even all the shoes she had worn during the show.
In conclusion, Sink’s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon showcased her excitement for her return to Broadway and her love for the theater. She shared stories of her early experiences in Broadway and the joy she felt growing up within the industry. It was evident that Sink’s talent and passion for entertainment will continue to shine through her future endeavors on and off the stage.
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